Typical models of the minivan/minibus class in Sandefjord are: Ford Galaxy 7 seater, Mercedes Viano 8 Seater, Mercedes Vito, Opel Zafira, Peugeot 807 7 seater, VW Touran and others.
Standard capacity of a minivan in Norway is up to 9 people (8+1 formula), traditionally providing seven or eight passenger seats. The capacity of a minibus may vary from 9 to 15 people.
Please note, that in order to rent in Norway a vehicle with capacity which exceeds 8 passengers, you would need a driving license of the corresponding category.
Minivan dimensions are quite unusual for an ordinary driver, which sometimes leads to appearance of scratches and dents during unsuccessful manoeuvring or parking. Therefore, we encourage you to order full coverage of insurance franchise during your booking, or directly at the rental office in Sandefjord.
Before leaving the parking garage in Sandefjord, inspect the minivan for exteriour defects and other signs of damage together with the office representative and mark the found defects found in your rental documents.
OrangeSmile.com wishes you a great driving experience on the roads of Norway!
Popular questions on rental process
According to the local regulations, drivers must always carry a warning triangle and a reflective vest. In case of an emergency stop on the road at night, it is prohibited to leave the car without a special reflective vest.
Drivers are allowed to use winter tires from early November until the first Sunday after Easter. In the territory of Oslo, Bergen and Trondheim it is allowed to use winter tires only for an additional fee. The daily fee is approximately 30 kroner, the monthly fee is 400 kroner, and the annual fee is approximately 1200 kroner. The violation of the rule will result in a fine of 750 kroner.
In the territory of northern counties (Tromso, Nordland and Finnmark) the use of winter tires is allowed in the period from mid-October to early May.
